92 seMax from auto to stick shift

92se · Sep 22nd, 2003, 05:38 PM

I was wondering if anyone knew if the ecu on the SE model with the 190 hp twin cam v6 was the same for the auto and the standard trans? Has anyone done this change before and what issue might arise due to the change? I know that this is somewhat costly venture but the car is rust free, drives and handles extremely well considering the age and original design.

Thank you

Ruben · Oct 15th, 2003, 01:03 PM

Yes, the potential is that that can be swapped, but there is no difference to be had in performance.

BlueBOB · Oct 15th, 2003, 04:40 PM

I believe the ECU's are the same...

you're more likely to find an answer if you search in the 3rd gen section on maxima.org

mtcookson · Oct 17th, 2003, 07:20 PM

ecu's are the same. the auto tranny Maximas have a seperate tranny computer that is bolted right above the engine ecu. Some things that might cause a problem are the IACV, if the VE engine has it. I'm a VG guy and if you swap the trannies it's also a good idea to swap the idle air control valve (IACV) because on an auto there is more drag from the tranny and therefore needs more air at idle to keep it idling correctly. You will have to drill some holes in the fire wall for the clutch master cylinder to bolt to and you will also need to get a clutch pedal and mount it. You may also want to get a brake pedal from a manual tranny maxima. There's quite a bit more and BlueBOB is right, you might try searching the org for more info. You will notice an increase in performance, contrary to what Ruben said. Manual trannies have a better gear ratio that auto's and stock vs. stock the manual is much quicker. A good idea would be to find a manual tranny with the limited slip differential. The tranny code is RS5F50V for the limited slip. The open differential tranny has the code RS5F50A. Good luck.

This may help. It's for a 4th gen but will give you a general idea http://www.hlh0501.com/5spdconversion.htm